Newspaper advertising rates and offices listed
The snippet lists publication locations and pricing for newspapers in New York, Jersey City, Newark and other cities. It notes prices for Sunday and daily editions, mailing options, and various office addresses including Times Square Wall Street Spruce Street and the Washington Post Building.
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New York
Jersey City
Newark
Publication
Times Square
Spruce Street
Wall Street
Perea
Broadway
Washington
Washington Post
Public Ledger
Fleet St
E. C
Paris
Rue du Sender
Renomination feud tests Hughes and Taft split
Republican leaders scold Hughes over renomination while Taft backs him. The public favors Hughes for his plain dealing and independence from bosses, and NY Republicans fear replacing him could hurt the party’s statewide chances. Thaw case moves through courts as juries and guardians debate commitment.
Oilmen in Politics Testimony in Standard Oil Suit
Government testimony linked the Hisgen brothers Thomas George Gus and Henry oilmen to the same tactics charged against Standard Oil. It showed price undercutting and shifting barrel charges to match prices district to district. The case argued independent dealers can thrive by mimicking octopus methods with proper profits, while asserting no universal kerosene quality issues.
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Standard Oil Company
Hisgen Brothers
Thomas
George
Gus
Henry
Standard Oil
Hiscens
Renomination urged for Surrogate Beckett by all parties
Tammany Hall and the Democratic County Committee face blame when public affairs falter yet are urged to nominate for Surrogate in the October 7 convention. Beckett, named by Gov. Hughes after Fitzgerald's death, is cited as highly qualified and deserving cross party support.
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Tammany Hall
Charles H. Bschert
Beckett
Tammany
Becxkett
Oil Trusts and Independent Merchants Clash in Politics
The article argues that the Standard Oil monopoly has failed to crush the Hisgens and instead benefited them, creating vast plants and wealth. It cites the Independent League leader as a presidential candidate, portraying him as a friend of the poor who profits from oil and upholds trust prices unless competition rises. It questions why many independent oil merchants have fallen to the trust.
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Standard
Hiscens
Independent League
Standard Oil
Beckett for Surrogate Brings Court Experience Endorsement
The article lauds Mr. Beckett as Probate Clerk and expert in testamentary distributions and notes his long court presence. It highlights his diligence, written opinions, and ability to clear a backlog during Surrogate Fitzerrald’s illness. It endorses Beckett as a strong Surrogate candidate, with Tamany backing him after bipartisan support.
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Beckett
Rollins
Fitzerr- Ald
FitzGroup
Tammany
Mr. Breckett
Trade schools for this city urge new system in public schools
Immigrant figures rise and concerns grow over crime and schooling. Officials including Commissioner Bingham and Dr Draper support separate trade schools to train youths for factory and manual trades. The plan aims to reduce delinquency by preparing residents for steady livelihoods and lawful citizenship.
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Bingham
Draper
Exror
Dr. Draper
Supt
Maxwelll
Jonas
Elior
Weather forecast for early September from The Times
The Weather Bureau predicts rising temperatures across interior and eastern U S with a major disturbance crossing the Rockies and plains at week’s end. Rain favored in the middle and northern districts early next week followed by a cool wave possibly bringing frost in the Northwest and North Central States.
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United States
Rocky Mountains
Plains
Atlantic States
Theatrical Supplement Previewing New York Stage
The Theatrical Supplement to be published with Tom Seapay Times tomorrow will focus on the New York stage while reflecting the national theater scene at season start. It aims to show the vast money invested in plays and shows and the profits possible under modern cooperation in theater.
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Tom Seapay
New York
Supplement promises entertainment and portraits of stage figures
The piece argues play production cannot claim infallibility and notes the shift from manager fortunes to cooperative theatre finance. It highlights an eight page pictorial in the supplement featuring popular stage personalities, mostly women, with a few male actors. Readers are urged to enjoy the Sunday Times supplement.
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THA SunpDay Times
Rockefeller Ancestry and Commuter Life Opinions
The column mocks a reported Rockefeller noble lineage while noting his practical charm and humor. It then discusses Engineering News thoughts on commuter rail and city transit, praising some lines and criticizing others for lack of uninterrupted city access and the need for better urban walking and transit integration.
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Engineering News
Jersey
New Haven Road
New York Central
Unnamed Pasha’s Revelations Stir Constantinople Turmoil
The Sultan and his police chief confront a flood of accusations from Zia Pasha. The motive behind his public disclosures remains unclear as theories range from guilt and fear to possible covert loyalty to the Young Turks.
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Zia' Pasha
Zia Pasha
Constantinople
Significance of Mr Cleveland's Socialism Article
In this 1908 letter from New York, B. H. Nadal weighs Mr Cleveland's claim that Socialism could reach 1.5 million votes and argues the danger lies in ignoring the movement. He discusses Roosevelt's push to curb wealth accumulation, the need for an antidote to economic inequality, and the single tax proposal as a possible remedy.
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New York Times
Cleveland
Taft
TIMES
Roosevelt
Senator Ledge
Booth
London
New York
Mr. Cleveland
B. H. Nadal
Socialist Ticket Favored By Veteran Voter
An elderly veteran announces in New York on September 3 1908 that after years as a Republican he will vote for the Socialist ticket. He cites high tariffs benefiting trusts rising prices harming workers and distrust of both major parties on trust control. He condemns lavish entertainments while the needy suffer and endorses the Golden Rule over the Rule of Gold.
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New York Times
New York
Presidential rail policy echoed in party struggle
In the Independent editorial from New York dated August 29 1908 the author notes contradictory support for Bryan and Roosevelt on railroad regulation. A veteran railroad worker backs Bryan citing Roosevelt era policies, while Bryan vows tougher action, highlighting cross party tensions in Georgia Alabama and North Carolina.
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New York Times
Bryan
Roosevelt
Georgia
Alabama
North Carolina
New York
Editorial Praise for The Depraved Novel Reprint
Raquette Lake New York writes praising the editorial on The Depraved Novel calling for a convenient reprint as a Little Classic to counteract the influence of the current offending work. The letter dated August 23, 1908 commends its logical arguments and potential to curb the novel’s harmful appeal.
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New York Times
Raquette Lake
N. Y
Tariff Revisions Hinted by Root At Jordanville Library
In a speech at the Jordanville public library dedication Secretary Root argued that national greatness rests on land and soil, challenging protectionist doctrine that agriculture alone cannot sustain a great nation. The remark follows optimism that tariff reform may occur with supportive allies.
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Jordanville
Root
W. K
New York
Press tussle over people rule versus plutocracy
In a letter quoted by the Observer, August 19, 1903, Mr. Sherman argues popular rule persists while Mr. Taft warned the nation is slipping toward a plutocratic form of government. The exchange highlights growing fears of elite dominance in American politics.
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The
New York Times
Sherman
Taft
Observer
New York
To Be or Not to Be Hughes in New York Primary
An Albany Independent editorial debates renomination of Hughes for New York, weighing whether supporting him preserves Taft’s chances or opposing him risks losing the state for both Taft and the Governor. The piece urges Hughes’s renomination as essential for the commonwealth.
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Taft
Hucuhes
Hughes
Ohio
Indiana
Ilinois
New York
Hucues
Youngstown
Wooprourr
Parsons
Henricks
New York Times
New York State
Commonwealth
Albany
Albany, N. Y
Cleveland’s Views Upheld on Taft Endorsement Bombshell
The Nebraska State Journal reports Grover Cleveland’s posthumous endorsement of Taft as a powerful factor in the Democratic camp. His death era sympathy boosts his influence, possibly swaying seasoned Democrats away from Bryan and shaping the Denver convention’s tepid obituary light.
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Nebraska State Journal
Grover Cleveland
Taft
Bryan
Cleveland
Denver
Parker
Cleveland’s steadfast principles vs a shifting Presidential aspirant
The piece argues that Grover Cleveland’s unwavering political principles clash with a candidate who shifts positions with ease. It cites Cleveland’s counsel as a test of old school Democratic loyalty, referencing Taft and Bryanism, and notes Cleveland’s posthumous remarks published in The New York Times.
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Indianapolis
Mr. Cleveland
Cleveland
Taft praise sparks GOP defections in Cleveland obituary era
The Philadelphia Record notes Republican vitriol toward Grover Cleveland persists after his death while praising Taft. It argues many Democrats support Taft despite party leaders, warning that a Taft defeat would rebuke plutocrats and spoilsmen backing him, not the nominee himself.
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Philadelphia Record
Grover Cleveland
Mr. Taft
Cleveland
Taft
G. O. P. Leverages Cleveland Paper Past Death
The Rochester Herald notes Republicans will try to use a Grover Cleveland document written before his death to attack the Chicago straddle era. It comments on the unpredictability of political forecasts and the enduring relevance of older statements.
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Rochester Herald
Grover Cleveland
Chicago
Cleveland
The Respective Candidates Opinion Letter
John Parsons of New York writes praising The Times for its analysis of party candidates. He states he will vote for Taft in the coming election, praising Taft as a higher type of American manhood and an inspiration to youth for moral rectitude.
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The
New York Times
the Times
Taft
John Parsons
New York
Rebukes Wu Ting Fang for Impertinence and Pretended Stupidity
A New York letter from September 8 1908 accuses Wu Ting Fang of shameless impertinence and deception, noting his English education and clever Oriental tricks. The writer claims to have met him socially and accuses him of fooling Americans daily.
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New York Times
Wu Ting-Fang
Ting Fang
England
New York
Amorous Numbers Knights I II III and IV wed by song
A light verse recounts four knights competing for a maid by serenade and instrument skills. Each knight performs, the maid observes from her lattice, and in the end L IV and III incite curses as they seek the chosen fiancé. The piece ends with marriage arrangements and a morbid taxi hearse image.
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Thomas R. Ybarra
Soldiers Start Long Test March To Albany For New Gear
Capt. Frederick C. Harriman leads thirty men from Company G toward Albany on a test march to trial new equipment. An automobile kitchen will accompany the detachment, replacing mules, and a novel spine-mounted pack will carry carbine, tent, and blanket. Health and foot care routines are emphasized to prove endurance. Each soldier pays own way.
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Frederick C. Harriman
N.G. N
Albany
Harriman
Guaranty Trust Company
Nassau Street
Twelfth Regiment
Tarrytown
Peekskill
Garrrisons
Hudson
Rhinehilll
White Mountains
Alaska
Capt. Harriman
White Mountain
Capt
Connors
Bailey
G A R Respite Declared on Pension Legislation in Toledo
In Toledo on September 4 the Grand Army of the Republic abstains from requesting new relief measures for three years. Delegates favor a three year halt on pension bills and consider amendments to the Service Pension and Widows Pension acts. Salt Lake City is chosen as next encampment site amid cheers for Atlanta as possible host.
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Toledo
Grand Army of the Republic
Congress
Salt Lake City
Scott
Atlanta
Grand Army
Duke de Montpensier Arrives in San Francisco
The Duke Ferdinand de Montpensier son of the late Comte de Paris arrived from the Orient aboard the Pacific Mail liner Monella and registered at St Francis Hotel as M. de Villiers. He was accompanied by Count H de Bernis and Countess de Brionde and other friends.
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San Francisco
Count H. de Bernis
Countess de Brionde
Ferdinand de Montpensier
Comte de Paris
Orient
St. Francis's Hotel
M. . de Villiers
King Pain
Portugal
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B. C. Franck, Secy
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Moorschauser
Poughkeepsie
Robert W. Chanler
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Matteawan
Jerome
Supreme Court
Mitus
White Plains
Thaw
Concher
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McLaughlin
State Prison Commission
Titan
Col. Bartlett
Westchester
Mattegwan
Morsehauser
Miuns
Tuan
the Oilmen
Uary
Rossirer
Census Office
North American Review
Ing
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Joan D
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Des Moines Leader and Register
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Campaigh
Z. IV
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